She Loves Biscotti

Simple & Tasty Family-Friendly Recipes with an Italian Twist

  • Home
  • Recipe Index
  • About Maria
  • My Store
  • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer

Home » Condiments and Sauces » Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce: Only 4 Ingredients

Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce: Only 4 Ingredients

June 1, 2019 , Updated September 4, 2020 Maria 38 Comments

Jump to Recipe  ↓ Print Recipe  ❒
A mason jar of oven roasted cherry tomato sauce on a wooden board.

With only four ingredients, you can make this simple and tasty Cherry Tomato Sauce. When roasted with sweet cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and oregano create a flavorful and easy sauce recipe that can be used in a multitude of ways.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce on a wooden round board.
Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

My obsession with roasting vegetables continues!

Technically considered a fruit, cherry tomatoes are one of the easiest plants to grow. If you have them growing in your backyard, you probably know that some varieties can actually produce hundreds of fruit.

As a result, you are probably wondering what to do with cherry tomatoes.

One green cherry tomato can be seen among dozens of bright red cherry tomatoes.

Although there is nothing better than enjoying that burst of raw fresh sweetness, there comes a time, usually towards the end of summer, where everyone is wondering how to preserve cherry tomatoes.

After all, there are only a certain amount that you can pop in your mouth or use as a topping for your focaccia! 

One of my favorite ways is this simple DIY method of oven Dried Cherry Tomatoes. I already have a few kilos in my freezer. These will eventually find their way in this Fregola Salad -a favorite winter salad of mine!

The bright color of Cherry Tomato sauce can be seen through a clear glass mason jar.

Another way I love to preserve cherry tomatoes is transforming them into a sauce.

This simple and tasty cherry tomato sauce is the result of roasting a few simple ingredients together.

Let me show you how it’s done!

A jar of cherry tomato sauce surrounded by cherry tomatoes on a vine.

How to make Tomato Sauce from Cherry Tomatoes:

The first thing we need to do is to rinse two pounds of cherry tomatoes. With a tea towel, gently pat them dry.

Sliced garlic and dried oregano in the process of being mixed with the sliced cherry tomatoes.

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Add the chopped garlic (4-6 cloves), oregano (4 tablespoons), olive oil (½ cup) and toss together. I will also add a pinch or two of red pepper flakes, but this is totally optional.

Please note that you can use both fresh or dry oregano in this recipe. As a general rule of thumb, replace 1 tablespoon of fresh oregano with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano.

A baking sheet which had been lined with parchment paper is covered with sliced cherry tomatoes.

Transfer to a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and spread the herb and olive oil coated cherry tomatoes in an even layer.

Make sure to get all of the liquid onto that baking pan.

Bake in a preheated oven (400-450° F) for up to 45 minutes or until the cherry tomatoes have softened and begin to caramelize.

Once the cherry tomatoes have cooled down, transfer to a bowl and with an immersion blender, process until smooth or until the desired consistency is achieved.

Congratulations! You have just made a flavorful and easy cherry tomato sauce.

As an alternative to pureeing the cherry tomatoes, you can leave them as they are, and use this “chunky” version in pasta and salads. They are just as tasty especially if you drizzle a little balsamic vinegar over the top!

Tips

  • Extend the parchment paper over to the sides. The cherry tomatoes will release a lot of liquid so we do not want those cooking juices to escape.
  • Use a large mixing bowl to toss all the ingredients together. This will ensure the cherry tomatoes are evenly coated with the olive oil and herbs.
  • Place in a single layer to optimize roasting. Use a large pan if necessary
  • Every oven heats a little differently. Keep an eye on them so they do not burn.
  • Puree all the liquid. Be sure to include every last drop when pureeing the cherry tomatoes.

How many cups of sauce does this recipe make?

Roasting one kilo of cherry tomatoes (that’s approximately 2.2 pounds) will provide you with three cups of pureed tomato sauce.

Can I freeze this cherry tomato sauce?

Yes, simply divide the sauce using ice-cube trays. Once frozen, transfer the cubes in freezer bags. Or place a larger amount directly in freezer bags. Lay flat in the freezer and freeze.

What to do with frozen cherry tomatoes?

They are great to use as a flavor booster in soups and stews; they make a great pasta sauce or simply use as a topping for bruschetta, pizza or even grilled chicken.

Cherry Tomato Recipes we love:

  • Arugula Cherry Tomato Salad
  • Italian Potato Salad 
  • Pesto Pizza Recipe
  • Grilled Vegetables

 

Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce in a jar, surrounded by fresh garlic, fresh cherry tomatoes and dried oregano.

Recipe origins

Ever since I can remember, baked cherry tomatoes were always “a thing”. My mom would simply drizzle them with some olive oil and pop them in the oven with a few herbs. They were often served as a side dish with zucchini frittata or simply tossed in a salad.

Throughout my professional career as a dietitian, I was fortunate to work with so many colleagues that were so passionate about food.  Needless to say, Monday morning conversations were mostly about what everyone did, specifically what they baked or cooked. 

Following the suggestion of one of my colleagues, who, by the way is one of the best cooks I know, I began to make tomato sauce with cherry tomatoes. 

Who knew that roasted cherry tomatoes made such a great sauce!   

I hope you get a chance to enjoy this wonderful recipe!

THANKS SO MUCH for following and being part of the She Loves Biscotti community where you will find Simple & Tasty Family-Friendly Recipes with an Italian Twist.

Ciao for now,

Maria 

★★★★★ If you have made this cherry tomato pasta sauce, I would love to hear about it in the comments below and be sure to rate the recipe!

Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce in a jar, surrounded by fresh garlic, fresh cherry tomatoes and dried oregano.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

With only four ingredients, you can make this simple and tasty Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce. What a wonderful way to preserve your bumper crop of cherry tomatoes!
5 from 10 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Maria Vannelli RD

Ingredients

  • 2.2 pounds cherry tomatoes about 1 kilo
  • 4-6 cloves garlic fresh, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons oregano fresh, minced
  • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
  • pinch red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400-450° F.
  • Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Rinse cherry tomatoes and pat dry with a tea towel.
  • Slice cherry tomatoes in half and place in a large bowl.
  • Add the minced garlic, oregano, olive oil and toss together. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer to a parchment lined rimmed baking sheet and spread cherry tomatoes in an even layer.
  • Bake in the oven for up to 45 minutes until they begin to soften and begin to caramelize.
  • Can be used as is or use blender for a creamier version.
Scroll UP for the STEP by STEP PhotosDon't miss the process shots and videos included in most posts. Simply scroll up the post to find them. Those were created especially for you so that you can make the recipe perfectly every single time you try it.

Video

Notes

  • Extend the parchment paper over to the sides. The cherry tomatoes will release a lot of liquid so we do not want those cooking juices to escape.
  • Use a large mixing bowl to toss all the ingredients together. This will ensure the cherry tomatoes are evenly coated with the olive oil and herbs.
  • Place in a single layer to optimize roasting. Use a large pan if necessary
  • Every oven heats a little differently. Keep an eye on them so they do not burn.
  • Puree all the liquid. Be sure to include every last drop when pureeing the cherry tomatoes.
How many cups of sauce does this recipe make? Roasting one kilo of cherry tomatoes (that's approximately 2.2 pounds) will provide you with three cups of pureed tomato sauce.
Can I freeze this cherry tomato sauce? Yes, simply divide the sauce using ice-cube trays. Once frozen, transfer the cubes in freezer bags. Or place a larger amount directly in freezer bags. Lay flat in the freezer and freeze.
What to do with frozen cherry tomatoes? They are great to use as flavor booster in soups and stews; they make a great pasta sauce or simply use as a topping for bruschetta, pizza or even grilled chicken.
Total Yield of recipe is 3 cups. A serving is calculated as 1/2 cup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 870IU | Vitamin C: 38.5mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 2.5mg
Tried this recipe?Mention @shelovesbiscotti or tag #shelovesbiscotti!

This post was originally published on September 14, 2018 and republished on June 1, 2019 with updated content and a video. Thanks for watching and sharing!

 

 

Condiments and Sauces, Vegetarian

About Maria

Maria Vannelli is a registered dietitian who lives in a suburb just outside Montreal, Canada. She's the founder of the food blog She Loves Biscotti. Maria hopes to inspire you and bring you and your loved ones closer together at meal times enabling you to create some memorable moments.

Comments

  1. Jaime says

    October 21, 2020 at 22:30

    5 stars
    Great recipe! We love it! We grew a ton of baby tomatoes and were looking for something to make with them. Made your sauce once and served it with pasta and chicken. Enjoyed it so much that we just made it again!

    Reply
    • Maria says

      October 22, 2020 at 19:16

      How wonderful Jamie! Thanks for sharing, appreciate it.

      Reply
  2. Jessica says

    October 15, 2020 at 20:52

    5 stars
    This is the quickest and tastiest tomato sauces I have ever made.

    Reply
    • Maria says

      October 15, 2020 at 21:53

      How wonderful Jessica! Thanks so much for sharing, appreciate it!

      Reply
  3. Joanne says

    September 4, 2020 at 13:43

    5 stars
    This recipe is delicious! And easy. I used a mix of yellow & red cherry tomatoes and followed the recipe. It turned out great. I puréed the tomatoes the last time I made it. I’m making it again today.

    Reply
    • Maria says

      September 4, 2020 at 13:58

      So thrilled to read this! Thanks for sharing Joanne.

      Reply
  4. Helen Copley says

    September 2, 2020 at 22:12

    5 stars
    I’ve had a terrific crop of cherry and grape tomatoes this year and have made this recipe 5 times now. Delicious!! So happy to have lots in the freezer for this winter

    Reply
    • Maria says

      September 4, 2020 at 11:37

      Thanks so much for sharing Helen. It really was a great summer for tomatoes!

      Reply
  5. Leslie says

    August 30, 2020 at 13:37

    5 stars
    This recipe is awesome!!! I had so many cherry tomatoes from my garden and wasn’t sure what I would use them for. I did add red onion, fresh basil and hot peppers-gave it some heat! Thanks.

    Reply
    • Maria says

      September 1, 2020 at 10:01

      Sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing Leslie!

      Reply
  6. Marianne says

    August 14, 2020 at 13:45

    5 stars
    I roasted some this morning with yellow heirloom pear cherry tomato, the sauce looks amazing, had to taste and it’s awesome.

    Reply
    • Maria says

      August 14, 2020 at 21:15

      Fantastic! Thanks for sharing Marianne.

      Reply
  7. Cristina Wood says

    August 13, 2020 at 22:09

    Omg I just hade this with all the cherry tomatoes in my garden and it’s beyond amazing.. my family loved the sauce much better then the jar one and it’s all natural… love this recipe so much!,,

    Reply
    • Maria says

      August 14, 2020 at 08:36

      Thanks so much Cristina! So thrilled to read this!

      Reply
  8. Verna Bennett says

    August 4, 2020 at 19:22

    5 stars
    Roasting in the oven – smells amazing! Its getting cooler out, so perfect timing to be putting up some sauce for fall stews! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Maria says

      August 5, 2020 at 14:23

      My pleasure Verna! Enjoy!!!

      Reply
  9. Linda Catlin says

    July 11, 2020 at 22:21

    5 stars
    Finally something to do with all those cheery cherry tomatoes. Yes at first they are Yummy to just snack on, but this yeart there were so many and they started just staring back at me. I had tried making sauce before but the skins got in to be a problem I put them through my r

    Reply
    • Maria says

      July 17, 2020 at 08:31

      Thanks Linda!

      Reply
« Older Comments

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

About Maria

Maria headshot

Hello and Welcome to She Loves Biscotti!
I'm Maria: dietitian and full time content creator. Join me as I share traditional Italian recipes from my youth, to modern twists on classics using fresh and seasonal ingredients.

Read More…

Subscribe and Follow

Popular Posts

Banner of sites featuring She Loves Biscotti including Buzzfeed, Huffpost, etc.

Looking for something …

Links on this blog are affiliate links, which means I’ll earn a commission if you use those links. (There’s no extra charge to you).

PRIVACY POLICY | DISCLOSURE

Copyright © 2021

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkNoRead more